The Bekins Blog
Announced Thursday, February 19 at its seventh annual Van Line Summit & Awards Gala, Bekins awarded top honors to an outstanding driver in the network as 2025 Driver of the Year. To be eligible for these awards, individuals must first earn a Driver of the Month award between January 2025 and December 2025 and consistently…
AMS Relocation, Inc., of Brisbane, Campbell and Danville, Calif., was awarded Bekins Van Lines Agent of the Year Thursday, February 19 at Bekins’ seventh annual Van Line Summit & Awards Gala. The award is earned by the top interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines that exemplifies putting customers first and the characteristics of quality, professionalism,…
Moving services don’t come with a one-size-fits-all approach. And when you’re moving priceless and sentimental belongings, you probably don’t want one. These unique specialty items, from grand pianos to delicate artwork, take a lifetime to curate. That’s where specialty moving services come in. Specialty moving services handle the fragile, unusually shaped objects around the house,…
At its core, relocation is getting your belongings from point A to point B. But what if you need some time and space in between? Storage services are a key moving resource to ensure your valuables are secure during your transition. Some moving companies, like Bekins Van Lines, offer storage alongside their full-service moving services.…
Just because you’re embarking on a short-distance move doesn’t mean you won’t experience hiccups along the way. Relocation is a taxing, stressful and physically straining adventure at any distance! Even local moves require logistical planning, patience and flexibility. To combat the stress, you need the best possible team at your side. One of the smartest…
Moving Guides, Moving With Pets
Employee relocation is more than a move—it’s a pivotal career moment. A hasty or unsupported corporate relocation can quickly take a toll on productivity and morale. When companies prioritize a considerate corporate employee policy, they often see improvements in retention, motivation and long-term success. Here’s how to manage a seamless transition with Bekins’ employee relocation…
Moving Guides, Specialty Items
Antiques are more than decor. From the smell of earthy wooden furniture to the reflective sheen of crystal glass, antiques offer a glimpse into the past that you just can’t find in a department store. Some collectors spend years scouring antique store shelves in search of the perfect piece. With so much care put into…
Destination Guides, Moving Guides
Your community is crucial to your personal growth and relationships throughout life. As you age and your children grow up, maintaining that sense of community becomes even more important. Some older adults choose to surround themselves with folks in similar stages of life by transitioning into a 55+ community. These age-restricted neighborhoods or facilities are…
Kitchen gadgets make cooking more efficient, convenient and sometimes even fun. From espresso machines to waffle makers to pizza ovens, small appliances add personality to your kitchen and hold memories of a lifetime of family meals. When it’s time to move, however, figuring out how to pack every little machine can be nothing short of…
Supposedly, breaking a mirror creates seven years of bad luck. But superstitions aside, arriving at your new home with broken glass is just downright inconvenient. Bekins’ team of packing experts can ensure that all of your belongings arrive in one piece—literally. However, if you’re up for the challenge, we’ve created a step-by-step guide on how…
